Other offences include: using the wrong lane at a roundabout, overtaking on the left side of the lane, eating or drinking while riding, weaving through traffic, and smoking.
Doing any of the above could result in up to nine penalty points, a substantial fine, and a driving ban.
To be eligible to ride an e-scooter, drivers must either have the category Q, AM, A, or B entitlement on their full or provisional license.
If they are banned from driving, then drivers are ineligible to ride an e-scooter and can face prison time and a large fine.
